What should the oil pressure be on a C15?

Discussion in ‘ Peterbilt Forum ‘ started by trs100, Feb 14, 2012 . Does anybody know what is the normal oil pressure for C15 on idle when the engine is hot or cold? I`m getting around 20-30 psi on idle with hot engine since the manual says it needs to be between 40 and 80 psi. At 1200 rpm oil pressure is around 60 psi. Thanks!

What should oil pressure be on Peterbilt cat C15?

Expeditor Thanks this. It has 1 007 000 miles and the oil is changed about 1000 miles ago and has lucas oil stabilizer. KB3MMX Thanks this. So is it a normal to be 20-30 psi on idle. The strange thing is that before it was around 60 when pulling and now goes no more than 45 psi with load.

Is it normal to be 20-30 psi on idle?

So is it a normal to be 20-30 psi on idle. The strange thing is that before it was around 60 when pulling and now goes no more than 45 psi with load. KB3MMX and Kenworth kid Thank this. Trs100…. I Have same problem on my cat c15 with 825000. Did you find out what was wrong with your engine? or give an idea what can be wrong.

Why is my c 15 ACERT oil so low?

New filter would bring the pressure back up for a while until the new one plugged. Think it ended up being liner seals.

What should the oil psi be at idle?

The oil psi at idle is normal (30psi) and cruise speed is also normal (1250-1300rpm is 60psi). When the motor is cold everything is fine, but when the coolant gets above 170 or so the oil psi will drop off 5-10psi when I load the motor. After about 30 seconds into the pull the oil psi will start to rebound back to normal most times.

What should the oil pressure be on a hot engine?

I`m getting around 20-30 psi on idle with hot engine since the manual says it needs to be between 40 and 80 psi. At 1200 rpm oil pressure is around 60 psi. Thanks!

What does it mean when your oil pressure is low?

When the oil pressure is low, it means that the engine is not getting the needed lubrication and this can lead to serious engine damage. Once you see the low oil pressure light illuminated, do not drive your vehicle until the issue is fixed. Here are the most common causes of low engine oil pressure: 1. Low Engine Oil Level

When to replace oil pump on C15 cat engine?

It’s always recommended to replace the oil pump anytime the rod and main bearings are replaced. You will need to remove the oil pump and pump piping to get to all of the bearings. All the rod bearings are replaced two at a time. When you rotate the engine, only 2 at a time will come down and be serviceable.

What happens when oil pressure is too low?

After 30 seconds, the Engine Control Module (ECM) will shut down the engine if the “Engine Monitoring Mode” parameter is programmed to “Shut down”. Oil pressure is lower than the specified pressure for at least 4 seconds. Engine power is reduced. A snapshot is triggered.

What should oil pressure be after changing oil sending unit?

OIl pressure still drops after changing oil sending unit? When truck is first started, oil pressure is normal, around 40 psi. When engine temp starts up, oil pressure slowly falls until “Stop Engine – Low Oil Pressure” warning comes on. Switch truck off a few second, maybe 20-30, restart truck and back to 40. And on and on.

Where is the oil pressure sensor switch located?

In this video we will explain how to replace oil pressure sensor switch and where the oil pressure sensor switch is located on 2.4 Multiair / Tigershark Engine. This engine has been used in multiple car such as Chrysler 200, Fiat 500x, Dodge Ram Promaster City / Fiat Doblo, Fiat Toro and more.

Is there a cat C15 atmospheric pressure sensor?

I`m getting around 20-30 psi on idle with hot engine since the manual says it needs to be between 40 and 80 psi. At 1200 rpm oil pressure is around 60 psi. Thanks!

What’s the oil pressure on a C15 cat?

Im working on a c15 cat engine, engine oil pressure was acting… Experience: I am ASE Master Truck Certified. Hi John. Thanks for asking your question! I will try and help you out. Its good you verified the pressure with a manual gauge. Its possible there could have been a faulty sensor.

Can a bad oil pressure sensor cause low oil levels?

Like any other sensor or switch in your engine, eventually the oil pressure sensor will have repair issues that need to be addressed. Failing to recognize the symptoms of a bad oil pressure sensor can lead to low oil levels, which can be very problematic for your engine.

How to check oil pressure in a C13 engine?

Obtain an S·O·S Oil Analysis to determine the characteristics of the oil. B. Access the “Cylinder Cutout Test” in the “Diagnostic Tests” under the “Diagnostics” menu. C. Perform the “Automatic Cylinder Cutout Test” on Cat ET. Result: The oil viscosity is not correct. Replace the engine oil.

Where can I get an oil pressure sensor repaired?

YourMechanic makes getting repairs to your oil pressure sensor easy by coming to your location to diagnose or fix issues. You can book a service online 24/7. YourMechanic’s qualified Technicians are also available for any questions that may arise.

What should the oil pressure be on a C15?